Senate Poised to Limit Private Equity Home Purchases
The Senate has passed a bipartisan bill aimed at addressing the nation’s housing crisis, with a 85-5 vote. This legislation seeks to increase housing supply and limit the influence of private equity in the market. Key provisions include capping the number of single-family homes major investors can purchase and easing regulations to encourage new home construction. The bill, a collaborative effort between leading Democrats and Republicans, now moves to the House for a vote, with President Trump signaling his support.